Ariel

The Lelooska Museum and the Gathering Hall are open Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 to 5:00, on special event days, and by appointment. Admission is free.

Experience magnificent Northwest Coast masks as they come to life in the glimmering firelight of a Kwakwaka’wakw ceremonial house. The Lelooska Family shares the songs, dances, stories, and masks which display the rights, crests, and privileges bestowed on them by the late Chief James Aul Sewid.

Upcoming dates:

• Saturday, October 3, 2026
• Saturday, November 7, 2026
• Saturday, November 28, 2026

Grounds open at 5:00 pm; performance at 6:00 pm

Lelooska Cultural Center, 165 Merwin Village Road, Ariel, will offer living history performances from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 3, Nov. 7 and Nov. 28. See Northwest Coast masks brought to life through traditional stories, songs, and dances in the cedar ceremonial house. The grounds and museum open at 5 p.m. and the performance begins at 6 p.m. The cost is $18 adults or $16 for seniors and children. Learn more at lelooska.org.

Celebrate the winter season by making a beautiful wreath. Greenery, wire, and framework are provided (or bring your own). If you have any, please bring clippers and any additional embellishments to personalize your wreath.

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años.

Join us for our fiber arts social circles, where you can work on your own projects and make connections. Any stitchery hobby is welcome: knitting, crochet, spinning, lap quilting, needlepoint, counted cross-stitch—even mending!

For ages 18+

Drop in for creative and interactive projects. Use your imagination, stretch your creativity or practice a new artistic skill.

For ages 5–9